A Short History Of The Town And Chase Of Sutton Coldfield (1904)

""A Short History Of The Town And Chase Of Sutton Coldfield"" is a book written by W. Midgley in 1904 that provides a comprehensive account of the history of the town of Sutton Coldfield and its surrounding area. The book covers the origins of the town, including its development as a market town and its role in the English Civil War. It also delves into the history of the Sutton Coldfield Chase, a large area of land that was once a royal hunting ground. The book explores the various uses of the Chase throughout history, including its use as a source of timber and as a training ground for soldiers. Additionally, the book provides information on the various families and individuals who have played a significant role in the history of Sutton Coldfield, including the De Beaumont family and Bishop Vesey. Overall, ""A Short History Of The Town And Chase Of Sutton Coldfield"" is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of this English town and its surrounding area.""This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.